Toronado
San Francisco, CA 94117-3406
Phone: (415) 863-2276
- Cross Street:
- Fillmore Street
- Best of Citysearch:
- Beer Selection 2007, Beer Selection 2006
- Hours:
- Daily 11:30am-2am
Editorial Review for Toronado – by Tom Geck
The Scene
Beer tap handles are considered works of art here. Hundreds of them line the walls in decoration and dozens more stand behind the bar waiting for a pull from the knowledgeable bartenders. A marquee hangs in the center of the room listing the ever-changing selection of international ales and lagers. Stuffed deer heads and hundreds of band stickers round out the decor. The noise level can be high at times. There is a semi-private room in the back for those trying to escape.
The Draw
One doesn't have to be a beer enthusiast to hang out here, but it helps. The crowd ranges from bike-messenger types to bartenders from other pubs. The rock-and-roll vibe is reflected in the jukebox. There's a lone TV hanging behind the bar, but conversation and laughter are the chief forms of entertainment.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoRosamunde, the "ultimate sausage destination" is next door, open until 10pm. Menus are available here and patrons are encouraged to bring a bratwurst back to the bar.
Look GoodChimay is considered a rarity at other bars, but here, it's just the tip of the iceberg. Ask the bartender for a complete list of fine Belgian beers.
Save MoneyEvery day (11:30am-6pm) all drafts are discounted by $1.
The ExtrasTry the warm mead: The spiced honey-based brew will warm you up on a cold evening.
User Reviews for Toronado
11/06/2007 Posted by diverdown4u
The best brewpub in San Francisco, Hands Down! All those beers you can't find, and a few you never heard of.
Pros: Many Microbrews and Seasonals that can not be found anywhere else.
Cons: Overcrowded during peak hours, and hard to get service.
10/17/2007 Posted by roxxy
As the other reviewer, I was lured here by the idea of a place where beer is king. I do love my beer. And they have loads of it... all different kinds, which is why I'm giving the place 2 stars instead of just 1. The actual bar is just nasty, with barely any room to stand. If you can find a place to sit, consider that you've just won the lottery. Also, I'm a hole-in-the-wall bar kind of girl, but this is just too much. When the guy on either side of you smells like they haven't been on the receiving end of a soap bar in at least a week, and they're not together, you know what kind of crowd comes here.
Pros: Beer Selection, Location
Cons: Atmosphere, Service, Price
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